Gulp. Today is the day. It’s the day I share my actual scale weight with the world. Or at least the folks who stop by to read this post… Yeah – I am intimidated. I can hide some things fairly well behind this facade of virtual reality, but there are people who read this who have known me from childhood. There are people who read this who see me at church.
Am I going to have a big number tattooed across my forehead now?
Maybe.
Maybe not.
But I’m gonna do this because I have to start somewhere, and I have to stop hem-hawing around and pretending like it doesn’t matter. My weight is affecting my health and my energy, and it’s time I stopped dragging it around with me.
This morning, to start the Summer 15 Challenge, I weigh in at:
255 lbs.
yuk. That is not cool. But it is also NOT who I am, just a reflection of issues I have to deal with.
And so, as part of this challenge, I’m also committing to more actively pursuing the online self-study course at Setting Captives Free, called The Lord’s Table. I joined about 3 weeks ago and am sitting at day 5. It’s self-study and between strep throat and midterms, my computer time has been pretty limited and pretty focused. But I’m going to be more consistent with it, even beginning the eating plan that is suggested.
The results of my ankle MRI show injury to both sides of my ankle, so physical therapy begins June 22, two times a week for six weeks. This injury has gone on much longer than I anticipated, and it will slow my down physically, but only temporarily. I have to adjust my attitude about food and my addiction and worship of food (cuz I’ll be honest, that’s what it comes down to) in order to find GOOD HEALTH.
And that’s my goal. I don’t say that lightly. Being 100 lbs overweight is pretty serious stuff. A family history of diabetes and heart disease. Two daughters who are watching WHAT I DO more than listening to what I say. And I have no more excuses.
So, if you don’t mind the occasional post bemoaning my lack of __________________ (fill in the blank with whatever rich, decadent food you can think of), then stick with me while I – with much prayer and help from the Lord – wrestle with this flesh…
About Debbie T
Welcome to my blog. Grab a latte and settle in for a good read! I'm Debbie - aka The Queen Mommy. I'm really just a Right-Brained woman who loves God, her husband, and her three children. I This means I'd rather write than clean... I enjoy writing about family & home, faith & life, marriage & parenting, food & addiction. I do participate in affiliate programs and use affiliate links and graphics throughout my blog. If you follow a link and make a purchase, I may make a small commission to help support my family at home. Click here for my Disclosure Policy.
Twitter | LinkedIn
I am with you, Deb. My starting weight is 199. We can do this!
WE can DO THIS!! I am totally with you ladies! I think we all signed up because we are ready to make a change in our lives and do it Gods way! The one thing that I love it the support and encouragement! The accountability! IT rocks!
Thank you for being Bold!
Best wishes as you as you embark on this journey! Can’t wait to hear about your success!
Sweet Blessings & Prayers to you Darlin’ as you begin to walk this journey to better health. XO
Thanks for stopping by my Blog! I look forward to participating in the Summer 15 with you! Good luck! You can do it!
Hi Debbie, I just wanted to say two things. 1.) You are very brave to step out from the anonymity and say this is who I am, and this is where I want to go. Kudos for that. 2.) Thanks *so* much for sharing the Lord’s Table link. I started it two days ago and even though I’m right at the beginning it’s been extremely helpful. I’m excited to see where it takes me. *hugs* and best of luck!